Afnan Iman: 2023 Architecture Portfolio

afnan iman bin abdul halim 2023 sample portfolio

university final year project 2020 -2021

scrap metals residences & galleries The studio, City Ruins, tasked us with designing accommodation for local artists, as well as a studio and gallery space for them to create and exhibit their artworks within a dilapidated scrap metals yard situated in Ouseburn, Newcastle. Reflecting the studio’s name and theme, we are to preserve the surrounding patina and ruination as much as possible, while weaving our proposed designs into the existing city fabric.

design development My main design process is to identify key moments or spaces on the site through historical research or site visitation. For this project in particular, I found the stepped nature of the dilapidated scrap metals yard a dynamic and unique element to integrate into my design for a shared public space. Taking into account my site analyses, I then iterate on the concepts and ideas which I wish to explore through plan, section and elevation. The stepped nature of the site proved to be a challenge to visualise entirely on paper, thus necessitating simultaneous use of 3D tools such as Rhino 3D and SketchUp early on in the conceptual stage.

To further develop my design, various models of different scales were produced to fully understand the tactility of the proposed design. Plaster-cast maquettes were used as explorational sculptures which explored the area’s vernacular architecture, while 3D printed brick patterns were used to model the interplay of light and shadow. For the final presentation, a site model was milled out of birch plywood, with interchangeable 3D printed design models to show multiple iterations.

Images (Clockwise from Left): Exterior Render + Site Map, Site Photo, Misc. Development Sketches, Gallery Initial Concept Final Model Plaster-Cast Conceptual Maquette 3D-Printed Brickwork Itterations

project masterplan

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Artists’ Residences Block A Block B Block C Communal Garden Residents’ Car Park

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Artists’ Studios (Underground) Studios Studio Courtyard Entrance

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Public Spaces Visitors’ Car Park Public Stairs & Ramp Scrap Metals Galleries Gift Shop & Café (Underground) Commercial Units Public Use Square Surrounding Context Byker Estate Ouseburn Farm The Valley Climbing Centre Kiln Café & Restaurant Brinkburn St Brewery The Malings Residences Park

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gallery floorplans

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Artists’ Residences 1a. Roof/Ceiling 70mm Btuminous seal 100mm Mineral wool insulation 0.2mm Waterproof membrane 200mm Prefabricated reinforced concrete slab 105mm Suspended ceiling cavity: HVAC Ducts Integrated lighting + electricity 20mm Plasterboard

Artists’ Residences 1b. Parapet

Artists’ Residences

2.5mm Pressed aluminium sheet 0.2mm Waterproof membrane

1a. Roof/Ceiling 70mm Btuminous seal 100mm Mineral wool insulation 0.2mm Waterproof membrane 200mm Prefabricated reinforced concrete slab 105mm Suspended ceiling cavity: HVAC Ducts Integrated lighting + electricity 20mm Plasterboard

1b. Parapet 2.5mm Pressed aluminium sheet 0.2mm Waterproof membrane

2. Lintel Cladding 20mm Granite cladding tile Cladding fixing w/ integrated thermal break 80mm Air cavity 100mm Mineral wool insulation 0.2 Waterproof membrane 150mm Prefabricated reinforced concrete slab 70mm Services cavity: Electricity 20mm Plasterboard

3. Window Double glazed window 2.5mm Glass pane 2. Lintel Cladding 15mm Cavity 2.5mm Glass pane 20mm Granite cladding tile Mullion,Cladding (70x100mm) fixing w/ integrated thermal break 80mm Air cavity 100mm Mineral wool insulation 0.2 Waterproof membrane 150mm Prefabricated reinforced concrete slab 70mm Services cavity: Electricity 20mm Plasterboard

3. Window Double glazed window 2.5mm Glass pane 15mm Cavity 2.5mm Glass pane Mullion, (70x100mm)

4. Floor/Ceiling 75mm Concrete-finished screed w/ under-floor heating 25mm Acoustic insulation 200mm Prefabricated reinforced concrete slab 190mm Suspended ceiling cavity: HVAC Ducts Integrated lighting + electricity 20mm Plasterboard

5b. Foundations (Load-bearing) Soil 100mm Rigid insulation 0.2mm Waterproof membrane 800mm Raft concrete foundation, cast in-situ 75mm Concrete-finished screed w/ under-floor heating

5a. Foundations/Floor Soil 400mm Rigid insulation 0.2mm Waterproof membrane 500mm Raft concrete foundation, cast in-situ 4. Floor/Ceiling 75mm Concrete-finished screed w/ under-floor heating 75mm Concrete-finished screed w/ under-floor heating 25mm Acoustic insulation 200mm Prefabricated reinforced concrete slab 190mm Suspended ceiling cavity: HVAC Ducts Integrated lighting + electricity 20mm Plasterboard

5b. Foundations (Load-bearing) Soil 100mm Rigid insulation 0.2mm Waterproof membrane 800mm Raft concrete foundation, cast in-situ 75mm Concrete-finished screed w/ under-floor heating

5a. Foundations/Floor Soil 400mm Rigid insulation 0.2mm Waterproof membrane 500mm Raft concrete foundation, cast in-situ 75mm Concrete-finished screed w/ under-floor heating

Artists’ Studios Artists’ Studios 6. Retaining Wall 500mm Retaining wall (estimate) reinforced w/ wall anchor

7. Studio Roof 60mm Red brick pavement 300-85mm Concrete slab 100mm Rigid insulation 0.2mm Waterproof membrane 250mm Prefabricated reinforced concrete slab Suspended Services (Exposed) HVAC Ducts Integrated lighting + electricity

Artists’ Studios 6. Retaining Wall

500mm Retaining wall (estimate) reinforced w/ wall anchor

7. Studio Roof 60mm Red brick pavement 300-85mm Concrete slab 100mm Rigid insulation 0.2mm Waterproof membrane 250mm Prefabricated reinforced concrete slab Suspended Services (Exposed) HVAC Ducts Integrated lighting + electricity

8a. Wall 337.5x60mm Concrete lintel 337.5 Red brick wall

8b. Studio Facade 102.5mm Red brick 15mm Rainscreen cavity 0.2 Waterproof membrane 30mm Concrete 30mm Rigid insulation 70mm Mullion 30mm Rigid insulation 130mm Concrete

8a. Wall 337.5x60mm Concrete lintel 337.5 Red brick wall

8b. Studio Facade 102.5mm Red brick 15mm Rainscreen cavity 0.2 Waterproof membrane 30mm Concrete 30mm Rigid insulation 70mm Mullion 30mm Rigid insulation 130mm Concrete

8c. Perforated Studio Facade 102.5mm Red brick 15mm Rainscreen cavity Double-glazed window 2.5mm Glass pane 15mm Cavity 2.5mm Glass pane Mullion, (70x100mm)

8d. Drainage

9. Ramp 102.5mm Red brick 15mm Rainscreen cavity 0.2mm Waterproof membrane 195mm Concrete block 2225mm Debris infill 195mm Concrete block 295mm Concrete 100mm Rigid insulation 0,2mm Waterproof membrane 150mm Concrete

5mm Aluminium drain cover

8c. Perforated Studio Facade 102.5mm Red brick 15mm Rainscreen cavity Double-glazed window 2.5mm Glass pane 15mm Cavity 2.5mm Glass pane Mullion, (70x100mm)

8d. Drainage 5mm Aluminium drain cover

9. Ramp 102.5mm Red brick 15mm Rainscreen cavity 0.2mm Waterproof membrane 195mm Concrete block 2225mm Debris infill 195mm Concrete block 295mm Concrete 100mm Rigid insulation 0,2mm Waterproof membrane 150mm Concrete

competitions and personal development 2020 -2021

competition: reviving mines shandong park

Reviving Mines was a competition organised by Non-Architecture, with the aim of developing a concept to transform the disused mines in the Zichua region of Shandong into an eco-tourism destination. My team’s proposal centred around flooding the mines, creating a lake through which ecology will be returned to the area.

Images & Software Used (Clockwise, from Left): Axo - Rhino 3D, V-Ray, Photoshop Floorplan and Section - Rhino, Photoshop

competition: picnic parliament

In another competition organised by Non-Architecture, we were asked to imagine a fictional parliamentary building that embodied inclusivity in politics. My team imagined a parliament set in a field, in the form of a picnic - allowing everyone and anyone to participate -all while hiding references to corruption.

Images & Software Used (Clockwise, from Left): Final Submission - Autocad Sketches

personal sketches & explorations

photography & model-making Model-making/Photography (clockwise) 1:10 Technical Model (2019),

by Daniel Mijalski & Afnan Iman 1:10 Technical Model (2019),

by Zoe Ingram Isolation (2018), sculpture

by Afnan Iman

Architectural Photography (across, clockwise) Serpentine Pavilion (2021),

by Counterspace Barbican Estate (1982),

by Chamberlain, Powell and Bon 1 Halliwick Road Living Room (2021),

by Architecture for London Between Forrests and Skies (2021), pavilion by Nebbia Works

professional projects march 2022 - march 2023

saudi arabia airport competition

To accommodate a higher influx of tourists in preparation of Saudi Arabia’s tourism campaign as a global tourist destination, a design competition was held for a new airport for the area.

Weston Williamson’s concept stemmed from framing and respecting the region’s natural beauty.

To complement the natural forms of the surrounding region, the airport is sculpted with more angular forms. My role in the project was to aid in the creation of 3D Models and Assets, as well as diagrams to convey the use and hierarchy of spaces.

Firm Weston Williamson + Partners Software Used Models - Rhino 3D, Autocad Diagrams - Rhino 3D, Photoshop

Images (Left to right, Top to Bottom): Aerial Render, Key Concept Sketches, Exploded Axo, South Elevation, Boarding Hall Interior, Landside Elevation, Perspective Section with Views

HS2 phase 2 masterplan studies

HS2 Phase 2 centres around transit-oriented development, and how it can bring economic and social benefits to communities around major HS2 infrastructure. Utilising information and guidelines provided by an external consultant, the role of the firm was to optimise the value of the HS2-owned land through TOD. I was tasked with masterplanning, drafting, scheduling, and compiling reports for the client.

Firm Weston Williamson + Partners Software Used Scheduling, Drafting, & Masterplanning - Revit,Excel Reports - InDesign

Images (Left to right, Top to Bottom): Masterplan Render, Diagrammatic Section, Interior Perspective Sketches, Developmental Sketches, Aerial Renders

scalloped house for a designer in london

For Scalloped House, the clients were designers with eccentric personalities, and wanted their house to reflect themselves as such. The clients were inspired by the organic forms of scalops.

I was tasked with creating design proposals to inspire the clients, and later on, the final images.

Firm Stefan Shaw Studios Images & Software Used (Clockwise, from Left): Final Render - Rhino 3D, Enscape, Photoshop Design Proposals - Photoshop Final Floor Plan - Microstation

japanese house for a family in london

For Japanese House, the clients had a conservative, practical attitude towards design. They specified their children as the main consideration, and wanted to be able to be able to see the most of the ground floor from the kitchen, with ample play and storage space. I was tasked with designing the ground floor, with guidance from the studio director.

Firm Stefan Shaw Studios Images & Software Used (Clockwise, from Left): Final Render - Rhino 3D, Enscape, Photoshop Design Proposals - Photoshop Proposed Floor Plan - Freehand Sketch